In their first league match under new manager Yoshikiyo Kuboyama, FC Imabari lost 1-2 to Shonan Bellmare. Nevertheless, they recorded a season-high 28 touches inside the opponent's penalty area, and their opportunities to threaten the goal increased significantly. What has changed with the increased use of long balls and set pieces, and what challenges remain?
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In their first league match under new manager Yoshikiyo Kuboyama, FC Imabari lost 1-2 to Shonan Bellmare. Nevertheless, they recorded a season-high 28 touches inside the opponent's penalty area, and their opportunities to threaten the goal increased significantly. What has changed with the increased use of long balls and set pieces, and what challenges remain?